UK toys celebrated on Royal Mail stamps

The UK's favourite toys from the past 100 years are being celebrated in a new set of stamps from the Royal Mail. Meccano, the Merrythought bear, W Britain toy figures, Space Hopper and Hornby Dublo trains also feature. The series of 10 toys - all made in the UK - will be released on Tuesday at 7,000 post offices and to buy online. "Royal Mail spokesman Philip Parker said:"British toymakers enjoyed a reputation for quality and innovation. "These nostalgic stamps celebrate 10 wonderful toys that have endured through the decades."